Verity Burns
Verity is a freelance technology journalist and former Multimedia Editor at What Hi-Fi?.
Having chalked up more than 15 years in the industry, she has covered the highs and lows across the breadth of consumer tech, sometimes travelling to the other side of the world to do so. With a specialism in audio and TV, however, it means she's managed to spend a lot of time watching films and listening to music in the name of "work".
You'll occasionally catch her on BBC Radio commenting on the latest tech news stories, and always find her in the living room, tweaking terrible TV settings at parties.
Latest articles by Verity Burns
Sony at CES 2016: 5 things we learned
By Verity Burns published
With 4K HDR TVs, turntables, wireless speakers, Blu-ray players and headphones, there was no shortage of announcements from Sony at CES 2016.
Samsung unveils 2016 SUHD Quantum dot TV lineup
By Verity Burns published
Samsung announces details of its new 4K TV range, including the KS9500 flagship
Samsung's 4K Blu-ray player goes on sale March, costs $400
By Verity Burns published
The Samsung UBD-K8500 is available to pre-order now in the US and will be released and available in shops from March.
Samsung reveals 12in TabPro S Windows 10 tablet at CES 2016
By Verity Burns published
Samsung's new super-size tablet takes aim at Apple's iPad Pro and the Microsoft Surface.
Bluesound and Sonos win best multi-room system Awards
By Verity Burns published
Bluesound takes the Product of the Year crown for the second year running, thanks to its new range of multi-room speakers.
The four best AV receivers of 2015
By Verity Burns published
Four excellent home cinema winners, but Denon’s £500 AVR-X2200W Atmos AV amp is the best of the bunch.
Sonos plans for a "brighter and brighter" wireless music future
By Verity Burns published
We talk to Sonos about its future plans, from incorporating Apple Music and improving Trueplay, to launching new products and staying ahead of the competition, and why the hi-res audio numbers don't quite add up...
Yamaha unveils flagship CX-A5100 surround sound processor
By Verity Burns published
This new 11.2ch processor sits at the top of the Yamaha's 2015 Aventage range...
Yamaha launches YSP-5600, the world's first Dolby Atmos soundbar
By Verity Burns published
Yamaha's premium soundbar promises Dolby Atmos sound in a compact, space-saving form...
Yamaha enters multi-room audio with MusicCast
By Verity Burns published
Yamaha's new multi-room technology will feature in its full 2015 product line-up, from soundbars to AV receivers.
Apple Music vs. Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, Google Music and more
By Verity Burns published
Apple has launched its streaming subscription service, Apple Music. We've gathered its chief rivals to see how it stacks up against the competition.
Sony 2015 TVs - everything you need to know
By Verity Burns published
Sony unveiled a total of 12 new TV ranges at CES 2015, including what is claimed to be the world's slimmest 4K Ultra HD TV. Read on for specs and the latest news on pricing.
Denon announces five new AV receivers for 2015
By Verity Burns published
Denon has unveiled its 2015 AV receiver line up, all of which offer support for both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Denon adds HomeCinema soundbar and sub to HEOS multi-room system
By Verity Burns published
Denon has expanded its HEOS multi-room range of wireless speakers, with the addition of the HomeCinema soundbar and wireless sub.
Philips 2015 TVs - everything you need to know
By Verity Burns published
TP Vision has confirmed the Philips TV ranges coming to the UK in the first half of 2015, including 4K and Full HD sets.
Philips 2015 TV line-up confirmed: 11 new models, including Full HD and 4K
By Verity Burns published
Eleven models, including Full HD and 4K TVs, are coming to the UK in the first half of the year, with top-end sets expected in September.
MWC 2015 in pictures
By Verity Burns published
As Mobile World Congress draws to a close for 2015, we take a look back at the show's biggest announcements in pictures.
MWC 2015: Sony announces Xperia Z4 Tablet with 2K screen
By Verity Burns published
Sony has unveiled the Xperia Z4 Tablet at MWC 2015, packing an improved screen, better cameras and a faster performance.
MWC 2015: HTC reveals One M9 flagship phone with high-res audio support
By Verity Burns published
HTC has unveiled the long-awaited HTC One M9 smartphone, the successor to the hugely popular HTC One M8, adding support for high-resolution audio and Dolby surround sound processing.
How to watch catch-up TV, video on demand and movies online
By Verity Burns published
Video on demand and catch-up TV have gone from strength to strength in recent years, giving you access to a whole range of content from an increasingly large number of sources as and when you want it. We give you some tips on how you can get in on the action.
CES 2015: Sennheiser unveils new Momentum, sports and wireless headphones
By Verity Burns published
Sennheiser has launched a bevvy of new headphones at CES 2015, including the next generation of the popular Momentum range.
CES 2015: LG announces G Flex 2 curved smartphone
By Verity Burns published
It's not just about curved TVs at CES 2015, with LG unveiling its second curved smartphone in the form of the LG G Flex 2.
Music streamers secure double Award-winning success for Cyrus
By Verity Burns published
The music streamer category at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2014 has had a shake up compared to 2013, with three newcomers joining just the one return winner that cover price tags from less than £500 to over £2000.
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